Pushing
Pushing
Pushing (/ˈpʊʃɪŋ/), from the Old English pusian, meaning "to push or thrust", is a common term in the medical field, particularly in the context of childbirth and physical therapy.
Definition
In medicine, pushing refers to the act of applying force to move something away or increase distance between the object and the source of the force. It is often used to describe the action performed by a woman during the second stage of labor to expel the baby from the uterus through the birth canal.
Etymology
The term "pushing" originates from the Old English pusian, which means "to push or thrust". It has been used in the English language since at least the 13th century.
Related Terms
- Labor: The process of childbirth, during which contractions of the uterus lead to the expulsion of the baby from the mother's body.
- Force: In the context of medicine, force refers to the energy or active power used to move or work against something.
- Physical Therapy: A branch of rehabilitative health that uses specially designed exercises and equipment to help patients regain or improve their physical abilities.
- Childbirth: The process of delivering a baby and the placenta, membranes, and umbilical cord from the uterus to the vagina to the outside world.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pushing
- Wikipedia's article - Pushing
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